Community Outreach & Trauma Support Specialist

Child & Family Service; Lihue (HI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/RX plans

401(k)

Paid time off

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Job summary

Child & Family Service in Hawaii seeks an Outreach Specialist to conduct community outreach, screen for trauma and mental health concerns, and connect clients with information and referral services. The role may involve informal counseling and prioritizes individuals and families affected by disasters.

Requires a high school diploma and a Hawaii driver’s license, with travel as needed; CPI/CPR training may be required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and crisis response.
• Ability to communicate and work with diverse populations.
• Experience with natural disaster survivors preferred.
• Valid Hawaii driver's license and willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct community outreach and screening for trauma and mental health concerns.
• Provide information and referral services and linkages; informal lay counseling as needed.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Diversity & inclusion

Crisis response

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CPR/First Aid certified

Job description

Child & Family Service in Hawaii seeks an Outreach Specialist to conduct community outreach, screen for trauma and mental health concerns, and connect clients with information and referral services. The role may involve informal counseling and prioritizes individuals and families affected by disasters.

Requires a high school diploma and a Hawaii driver’s license, with travel as needed; CPI/CPR training may be required.